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SDA³ / SDA³ E - Rev.04 - Mar / 22
2. To the operator
Transportation over truck or trailer
Marchesan does not advise the equipment traffic on highways, because this practice
involves serious security risks in addition to being prohibited by the current existing traffic
law. The transportation for long distances should be done on truck, trailer or others by
following these safety guidelines:
1. Use adequate ramps to load or unload the equipment. Do not make the
loading on ditch banks, it can cause a serious accidents.
2. When lifting with a hoist, use the appropriate points to lift.
3. Use the jacks to support the equipment properly.
4. The drawbar must be lifted and locked on a vertical position or it must be
removed and fastened to the load.
5. Fasten the moving parts that may get loose and cause accidents.
6. Underpin the equipment wheels appropriately.
7. Use chock blocks and safety chains to secure the equipment to the truck or
trailer during the transport.
8. Stay away from the straps, cables or chains that are working under load.
9. Make sure the SMV (Slow moving vehicle) sign, and all the lights and reflectors
that are required by the local highway and transport autorithies are in place,
are clean and can be seen clearly by all overtaking and oncoming traffic.
10. After 8 to 10 km transporting, please inspect the load condition. Repeat this
procedure every 80 to 100 km. Give more attention when transporting the
equipment on rough roads, slopes and other adverse conditions.
11. Always be careful with the load height, especially when passing under
electrical power lines, bridges and others.
12. Check all laws and regulations regarding the height limits and load width while
transporting the equipment on truck or trailer. If necessary use banners, lights
and other devices to give adequate warning to the other drivers.
